Who we are:

The Brenda Strafford Foundation is a charitable organization that owns and operates five Long Term Care and Assisted Living seniors care communities in Calgary, AB, and Okotoks, AB. We take pride in providing a safe, caring and comfortable home environment that caters to the complex needs of our residents and families.

Putting people first is a way of life at The Brenda Strafford Foundation. It’s in our values. And it’s fundamental to the way we do things. By realizing the individual needs of our residents, clients and families, we can all play a role and make a difference in the preservation of dignity and the pursuit of happiness.

Job overview:

Wentworth Manor is looking for the next great addition to our team! The Cook is responsible for the operation of the kitchen, including the planning of special diets for the residents, food preparation and cooking and the instruction and supervision of kitchen staff. Some of the primary responsibilities include supervising, planning, organizing and participating in the daily preparation of general and special diet meals, preparing and setting-up all equipment necessary to ensure successful meal delivery to designated resident dining rooms, monitoring the efficient utilization of supplies, equipment, facilities and staff, monitoring the fridge, freezer, dishwasher and hot-holding table temperatures daily and document on appropriate spreadsheets, consulting with the Cook/Kitchen Supervisor and Dietitian as appropriate, making recommendations concerning all requirements relating to food purchasing, menus, storage and food preparation, supervising all kitchen staff, replacing Dietary Aides and other Cooks for last minutes staff coverage and providing input regarding the performance of others to the Kitchen Coordinator.

Please note you need to be comfortable working within a Covid-19 Positive site.

Qualifications:

The Cook must demonstrate:

· Superior organizational and time management skills;

· Strong communication skills in person, in writing and over the phone;

· Leadership;

· Critical thinking and analytical skills;

· Basic computer skills;

· Flexibility and resourcefulness;

· Team building and problem solving skills.

Required education and experience:

· Grade 12;

· Minimum two years as a Chef/Cook required;

· Experience in quantity cooking;

· Experience in a health care facility an asset.

In accordance with the Alberta Protection for Persons in Care Act, all successful candidates are required to complete a criminal record check prior to commencing employment.

How to apply:

If you’re interested in working with our team and you meet the qualifications above, please apply directly online through Indeed with your cover letter and resume.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Job Types: Permanent, Casual

Salary: $19.35-$22.42 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All staff are required to be fully vaccinated and wear masks. PPE is provided.

Application question(s):

• have you received the COVID Vaccine?
• Do you have experience working in Long Term Care or Assisted Living?

Experience:

• cooking: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (required)

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